Medicaid Work Rules Spark Crisis | Jersey News

Jersey City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 2, 2026 · 2m

The Trump administration’s new Medicaid rules are forcing states to prove Medicaid recipients are “medically frail” by showing they’re unable to work — a drastic shift from past guidelines that didn’t require work capacity assessments. This has ignited a 25-state lawsuit, overwhelmed state agencies, and raised alarms from healthcare providers who aren’t trained to evaluate employability. While a self-attestation window and data tools offer temporary relief, millions risk losing coverage due to bureaucratic hurdles — especially those with mental health or substance use disorders. Listen in…